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UvA Masterweek
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Published 19 February 2008
Language of instruction English
Duration of programme 1 year
Track Track of MA in Media and Culture
Title Master of Arts (MA)
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New Media (MA)

Students of New Media gain an in-depth knowledge of new media theory viewed from the perspectives of media-archaeological, materialist and other critical traditions, and applied to such topics as blogging, locative media, networks and protocol. They also receive training in the areas of information-aesthetics and visualisation, in which the emphasis is on how to read, understand and critique information graphics, interfaces and online interactivity.

Studying New Media at the University of Amsterdam

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is known for its pioneering new media scene, with its emphasis on Internet culture.

What our students say

Cornelia Scripca from Romania completed the New Media programme. Follow the link below to read about her experiences in the programme, in Amsterdam and in the Netherlands.

Accreditation and degree

New Media is a track of the master's programme in Media en cultuur (Media and Culture). This master's programme has been legally accredited by the Dutch government in 2002. This means that upon successful completion of the programme students will receive a legally accredited master's degree in Media en cultuur and the title Master of Arts (MA). Before 2010, the study programme will be presented to the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO) for renewal of the accreditation. You can find more information on accreditation and degrees through the link below.

Source: Graduate School for Humanities